1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (321 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 1997 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2737 mm |
